2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Talbot 1510 (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Talbot |
Model | Sirion | 1510 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |